Reduce Your Risk For Dementia A growing body of international research suggests that vaccinations for shingles and the flu may significantly reduce the risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease in older adults. Researchers emphasized that their studies do not prove that vaccination will prevent dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, only that vaccination is associated with … Continue reading “Reduce Your Risk For Dementia”
Category: Flu
Bad Flu Season
Bad Flu Season The flu season has gotten off to a bad start in the United States, and a new flu variant may be driving more illness and hospitalizations. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that seasonal influenza (flu) activity is elevated and continues to increase nationwide. The agency estimates that … Continue reading “Bad Flu Season”